VENTURE

Burnsville, MN, US
501(c)3
EIN
41-1720155
Regional Funder
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Burnsville, MN, US
501(c)3
EIN
41-1720155
Regional Funder

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Est.

1992

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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VENTURE is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. With a commitment to fostering partnerships, nonprofits interested in engaging with VENTURE can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting. Despite having made no grants paid as of 2024, VENTURE actively collaborates with a select group of grantees.

Mission Statement

WE SPEND OUR GREATEST ENERGY ON THE WORLD'S GREATEST NEEDS AS AN ACTIVE RESPONSE TO THE GOSPEL.
Total Funding Given

$0

2024
Grantees funded
9
Multi-year grantees
22%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

4

Median 1st year grant
$0
Median 2nd year grant
$44.2K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
P
Paul Hurckman
Board Member
B
Brad Ahlm
Board Member
S
Seth Nielsen
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to VENTURE?
No. VENTURE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does VENTURE give?
VENTURE primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, Minnesota, and Indiana. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are VENTURE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from VENTURE fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $0. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
Who did VENTURE fund recently?
In 2024, VENTURE awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include RIVER VALLEY CHURCH, THE REEL HOPE PROJECT, and FRIENDS of THE WHITE PLAINS YOUTH BUREAU INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to VENTURE?
VENTURE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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